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The 2024 NBA Draft class is shaping up as one of the weakest in decades, with Stephon Castle standing out as the lone standout. But pressure’s already mounting on the rest — extension talks loom, and the 2027 deadline looms even larger. Players like Alex Sarr, Ajay Mitchell, and Donovan Clingan show promise, but many are scrambling to prove their worth to stay in the league. Terrence Shannon Jr. in Minnesota has flashes but efficiency questions; Cody Williams in Utah needs to find his rotation spot after a shaky rookie year; Tidjane Salaün in Charlotte battles for minutes amid playoff ambitions; Reed Sheppard in Houston must tighten his defense to stay relevant; and Zaccharie Risacher, the No. 1 pick, is seeking a fresh start in Dallas as a role player — hoping to reinvent himself before it’s too late.

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